Peter Obi condemned the Lagos Trade Fair Complex demolition, calling it unjust and economically destructive for traders who invested heavilyThe Lagos State Government insisted the buildings lacked proper approval, accusing Obi of misleading the public with “emotional theatrics. Lagos state authorities challenge Peter Obi regarding his remarks on the demolition of the Trade Fair complex. Omotoso alleged that physical planning officials were attacked when they attempted to enforce the regulations. Dispute over authority at Trade Fair ComplexThe Lagos government via X, argued that the Trade Fair Management Board has no legal powers to issue building approvals, stating that authority lies solely with the state’s Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development. “The board may manage leases and commercial activities, but any physical development must obtain planning permits from Lagos State,” Omotoso explained.